5 Fun Things to Do this Fall in Plano

Fall is here! And with that comes a bunch of fun, fall inspired things that are happening around town. You can go to pumpkin patches, haunted houses, carnivals, apple picking…the list goes on and on. In case you’re feeling a little overwhelmed with all the different things you could be doing this season, we came up with five different fall inspired things you can do around Plano!

1. After Dark in the Park

When: 10/06 to 10/08 from 5pm to 9pm

Where: River Legacy Park

Cost: $8 per person (children under 2 get in free)

What: Kids from ages 2 and up can take part in this family friendly fall festival that is all about environmental education! This festival features: storytelling under the stars, karaoke, a pumpkin patch, hayrides and more! There’s plenty of fun and games for kids, along with some delicious seasonal treats!

2. Big Pumpkin Halloween

When: 10/26 to 10/31 at a variety of times

Where: Across different libraries

What: These events are sure to get you in the Halloween spirit. Come dressed up as your favorite character and watch the Big Pumpkin puppet show, hear Halloween stories, and trick-or-treat throughout the library!

3. Dark Hour Halloween

When: Now until October 31st at 7pm

Where: 701 Taylor Drive

Cost: $15 to $25

What: Looking for a haunted house experience? Well look no further than Dark Hour Halloween. As you explore the grounds of the haunted Coven Manor, various witches rise up to scare you with nightmares so terrible, you’ll want to leave the Manor immediately. But can you even make it out?

4. Plano Steinfest 2017

When: 10/20 from 5pm to 7pm

Where: Downtown Plano Arts District

What: Described as “an Oktoberfest-style event hosted by the Historic Downtown Plano Association that celebrates outstanding beer, great food and the right kind of polka music to get you and your friends dancing in the street.” this event is a bound to be loads of fun!

5. Haunt Jaunt 5k and Fun Run

When: 10/21 at 6pm

Where: Amphitheater at Oak Point Park

Cost: $10 to $35

What: A night time Halloween themed race, the Haunt Jaunt is a great and fun way to run! The race will take you through a nature preserve and the streets of Plano to give you an experience that’s much more than just a 5K. Plus, if your kiddos want to run, there’s a 1-Mile Fun Run for them to enjoy a run around the park!